Everyone seems to be obsessed with staying young and anti-aging remedies. Unfortunately, a lot of them are pricey and full of unwanted chemicals or involve frankly frightening procedures. All the pressure and contradictory information can leave your head spinning, but never fear; there are plenty of handy hacks and home remedies that will naturally prevent those pesky wrinkles to keep you looking as young on the outside as you feel on the inside.
- Put out the cigarette
If you skipped out on health class during high school, you might have missed the memo, but cigarettes aren’t just bad for your lungs and overall health, they also wreak havoc on your skin. In an interview with Huffington Post, dermatologist Dr. Milton Moore confirmed what we’ve known for years – smoking thins your blood vessels, which reduces oxygen in the blood and causes poor circulation, essentially suffocating your skin cells. Hence the wrinkles.
- Eat more fish or take a fish oil supplement
The American Heart Association recommends eating two servings a fish a week for their heart-healthy omega 3s. However, the oils in fish are good for more than your cardiovascular system, they are essential for proper cell function and can even help prevent acne and wrinkles. Dermatologist Flor Mayoral, M.D., told Huffington Post that all the rage about omega 3 fatty acids isn’t a myth, studies show they reduce inflammation and improve the quality of your skin.
- Moisturize the natural way
It’s hard to find wrinkle creams that work, especially since everyone’s skin is so different. Besides, using anti-aging creams when you’re young may even damage your skin. However, there are some natural ways to moisturize and prevent wrinkles that usually help most people, minus the hefty prices. Oils you keep in your pantry, like grapeseed, olive, and coconut oil will work wonders. Most come with added vitamins and antioxidants that kill free radicals and fight aging naturally and more efficiently than store bought chemical filled creams.
- Always use sunscreen
Honestly, the single best thing you can do for your skin is use sunscreen. Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology say nearly all researchers agree that 80 percent of facial aging comes from exposure to the sun’s UV rays. That’s pretty powerful. To prevent wrinkles and other health issues from UV rays, the American Academy of Dermatology recommends using a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or more. It also helps if it’s water resistant. Make sure to apply it several times throughout the day to get the full effects.
- Chow down on antioxidant foods
Antioxidants are an effective way to prevent wrinkles and signs of aging according to the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology (JDD), which is good news since antioxidants are surprisingly easy to get. The JDD recommend getting antioxidants from whole foods to get their full benefits. The list of antioxidant-rich foods is pretty long so you can choose the foods you love to eat, but here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Blueberries
- Strawberries
- Artichokes
- Pecans
- Plums
- Cherries
- Make your collagen mask
According to the New York Times Health blog, skin naturally breaks down a bit with aging, but the effects of the sun, as mentioned above, make it much worse. Once the cells are damaged, they can’t produce as much collagen as before and without collagen, your skin loses its firmness and starts to droop. Dermatologists now know retinol improves collagen production, but you don’t have to go to the pharmacy to get it. Retinol is a form of vitamin A, so you can make your collagen mask at home by blending carrots or spinach into juice. Then, just use a cotton ball to apply it to your clean face. Wait 15 minutes, then rinse and voilà, goodbye beautiful lines.
- Beauty sleep does exist
The age old saying is true. A study from the University Hospitals Case Medical Center found that women between 30 and 49 who slept less showed more signs of aging. Your body needs enough rest to rebuild its cells and function properly, so make sure to get the recommended 7 to 8 hours each night to boost your beauty.
If you’ve tried all these methods and are still unhappy with your skin, try using a product specifically designed to fight aging, such as NuPlenish. Just make sure to check with your dermatologist and the Better Business Bureau before buying.
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David Gomes completed his M.S Professional degree in California Institute of Technology. He is a Health and Wellness expert. He lives in Oakland, California, USA. He loves to write on a variety of topics such as joint health, weight loss, beauty and skin care for blogs and on-line publication sites. He also loves the latest technology, gadgets. You can connect with him on Facebook and Twitter
